Media Centre Media contact Monica Rostron M: 0409 126 332 E: [email protected] Language position statement Diabetes Australia encourages journalists and others writing about diabetes for the general public to reflect on the language they use and its power to encourage or discourage people living with diabetes. We recommend taking the time to read our New Language for Diabetes Position Paper: Diabetes Australia: A new language for diabetes Diabetes statistics You can access the latest diabetes statistics for States, Federal and State electorates, local government areas, primary health networks and postcodes here. You can access the latest National Diabetes Services Scheme statistical snapshot here. This includes the most up-to-date breakdown of national statistics for all types of diabetes. Media releases Access the latest media releases Pictured: Melissa McIntosh MP and her son Byron who lives with type 1 diabetes, Diabetes Australia Group Chief Executive Officer Justine Cain and Rowan Ramsey MP.